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Trustee’s
Organisation role · 0–1 hrs/month
Wincanton
Trustee’s
we're currently looking for passionate individuals to expand our board of trustees which is integral in the success of the charityPosted by Matt’s Respite Retreats
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Palace Welcomers opportunity
Organisation role · Flexible hours
Wells
Palace Welcomers opportunity
New ‘Palace Welcomers’ required to volunteer inside the Bishop Palace in Wells, SomersetPosted by The Bishop's Palace
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Sunflower Centre Day Hospice and Diversional Activity Volunteer
Organisation role · 4 hrs/Week
Taunton
Sunflower Centre Day Hospice and Diversional Activity Volunteer
St Margaret’s is looking for people to join the team who will bring their skills, talent and enthusiasm to the heart of our organisation. Posted by St Margarets Hospice Care
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Ward Volunteer - Taunton
Organisation role · Flexible hours
Taunton
Ward Volunteer - Taunton
We are looking for a volunteer to support our teams in a clinical setting, to enhance the care given to patients by the staff within the Inpatient Unit.Posted by St Margarets Hospice Care
New
Florist Volunteer
Organisation role · 4 hrs/Week
Taunton
Florist Volunteer
As a florist volunteer you will help to arrange flowers for display within the hospice. Posted by St Margarets Hospice Care
New
Garden Volunteer - Yeovil
Organisation role · 1–4 hrs/Week
Yeovil
Garden Volunteer - Yeovil
If you are looking to share your skills in gardening, we'd love to talk to you.Posted by St Margarets Hospice Care
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Receptionist Volunteer- Yeovil
Organisation role · 4 hrs/Week
Receptionist Volunteer- Yeovil
Our reception volunteers help operate the telephone system; receiving and transferring calls. Welcoming patients and visitors. Processing retail sales.Posted by St Margarets Hospice Care
Nov21
New
Typha management - Alvington Pond
Event · 21 Nov, 10:30 - 12:30
Yeovil
Typha management - Alvington Pond
Thursday, November 21 at 10:30am - 12:30am - Alvington Lane, Yeovil, BA22 8TH, United Kingdom Posted by Yeovil Rivers Community Trust
Volunteer Receptionist
Organisation role · 1–8 hrs/Week
Bridgwater
Volunteer Receptionist
We are looking for a passionate, enthusiastic, and reliable individual to volunteer at our reception desk at our women's centre in Bridgwater.Posted by The Nelson Trust
Trowbridge Charity Shop Assistant
Organisation role · 2–4 hrs/Week
Trowbridge
Trowbridge Charity Shop Assistant
Our shop volunteers play an integral role in the day-to-day running of our charity shops and the maximising of sales to support Bath Cats & Dogs Home.Posted by Bath Cats and Dogs Home
Bradford on Avon Charity Shop Assistant
Organisation role · 2–4 hrs/Week · Starting from 30 Oct 2024
Bradford-on-Avon
Bradford on Avon Charity Shop Assistant
Our shop volunteers play an integral role in the day-to-day running of our charity shops and the maximising of sales to support Bath Cats & Dogs Home.Posted by Bath Cats and Dogs Home
Baby & Child First Aid Coordinator
Organisation role · Flexible hours
From home
Baby & Child First Aid Coordinator
We're the charity that supports people as they become parents.
Posted by NCT

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